Maeve Binchy tells wonderful stories. They show that, whilst times change, people often remain the same: they fall in love, sometimes unsuitably; they have hopes and dreams; they have deep, long-standing friendships, and some that fall apart. Maeve Binchy’s work includes wonderfully nostalgic pieces and also sharp – often witty – writing which is insightful and topical.

Portrait of Maeve Binchy

Sadly Maeve died in 2012. On this website you can learn about Maeve's enduring legacy, including the annual Echoes festival in her home town of Dalkey. You can listen to extracts from her audio books, view an array of international book jackets covering 40 years, test your knowledge in a fun quiz and enjoy watching videos of Maeve in interview. There is also a free short story.

Stunning new editions with insightful introductions from leading contemporary authors

 Take a few minutes to sit back and enjoy listening to Maeve telling her Veal Casserole Story. It'll make you laugh.

ECHOES: Maeve Binchy & Irish Writers Festival

Founded in 2017, Echoes proudly celebrates the life and work of Maeve Binchy (1939–2012), and Irish writers.
An annual festival held every October in Dalkey, Maeve's home town, Echoes is programmed and hosted by Dalkey Castle & Heritage Centre in collaboration with Maeve's husband Gordon Snell. The festival celebrates Maeve’s writing and legacy alongside the best in Irish writing and contemporary writers.

Through the seasons with Maeve
Autumn reading and listening

Maeve Binchy on Soundcloud & Facebook

“Maeve is just like a good fisherwoman: she teases you, reels you in and by the time you try to get away, you are well and truly hooked”
Sunday Express